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Professor Alan Duffy and Dr Amanda Caples on a graphene-enabled future for Australia
No full textProfessor Alan Duffy chats with Victoria’s Lead Scientist Dr Amanda Caples about the future of Graphene and why it’s a key part of Industry 4.0
Professor Alan Duffy addresses the audience, VC's Awards 2017
No full textProfessor Alan Duffy (Centre for Astrophysics and Supercomputing) addresses the audience at the 2017 Vice-Chancellor's Awards held at the Hawthorn Town Hall on 5 December 2017. Deputy Vice Chancellor David Coltman (Pathways and Vocational Education) in the background
Dr Neil deGrasse Tyson and Professor Alan Duffy, 2020
No full textRenowned American astrophysicist, Dr Neil deGrasse Tyson, filmed an episode of 'In Class With…' at Swinburne with Professor Alan Duffy.
Dr Tyson also dropped into the WM Keck Observatory Remote Viewing Facility and surprised Swinburne students and staff conducting a live observation.
Dr Tyson visited with Cosmos creator Ann Druyan as part of a worldwide promotional tour for the latest instalment of the documentary series, Cosmos: Possible Worlds.
Photograph originally appeared in the Media Centre Release, 'Neil deGrasse Tyson visits Swinburne' on Friday 28 February 2020.
Photograph shows Dr Neil deGrasse Tyson (left) and Professor Alan Duffy (right) sitting next to each other on chairs in front of a screen displaying a galaxy. Both are smiling
Dr Rebecca Allen and Professor Alan Duffy, 2020
No full textDr Rebecca Allen (left) and Professor Alan Duffy (right) will guide participants on an exploration of the origins of mysterious and energetic phenomena at this year’s SciVR live-stream event.
Photograph appeared in Media Centre Release 'Swinburne celebrates astronomy as part of National Science Week' on Wednesday 12 August 2020
Professor Alan Duffy and Dr Amanda Caples on a graphene-enabled future for Australia
No full textProfessor Alan Duffy chats with Victoria’s Lead Scientist Dr Amanda Caples about the future of Graphene and why it’s a key part of Industry 4.0.</p
Dr Rebecca Allen and Associate Professor Alan Duffy
No full textSwinburne astronomers Associate Professor Alan Duffy and Dr Rebecca Allen have received a National Science Week grant to present public events in August exploring the invisible Universe that surrounds us.
There will be two live Virtual Reality (VR) talks based on the successful Science in VR app using bespoke cardboard VR headsets, coordinated regional viewing parties, and tailored educational material for all.
One will be a day-time event for families at the State Library, followed by an evening event for adults at the Mountain Goat Brewery, regional viewing parties and online video streaming.
Photograph originally appeared in the Swinburne News item titled 'Immersive Science II: Revealing the Invisible Universe' on Thursday 15 February 2018'
Episode 17: Professor Alan Duffy and a Stellar Encounter with The Swinburne Professional Staff Podcast
No full textWelcome to the final episode of the year and season 3 of "The Swinburne Professional Staff Podcast with Kristy and Ash," where we're delighted to have Professor Alan Duffy joining us for a chat. Though our waitlist for 2024 is booming, we're thrilled to finally have this conversation and learn a bit more about Alan and his role as ProVice Chancellor of Flagship Initiatives, Swinburne University.
Ash and Kristy delve into his pivotal role at the university and unravel the significance of Flagship Initiatives. From his extensive media involvement, including appearances at Parliament House, to the intriguing insights into his role, where Alan shares his enthusiasm for the media aspect of his work and his excitement about being on our podcast. FACT!
Throughout the conversation, we explore some of Alan's high-profile projects, his perspective on the challenges facing Earth and when it might blow up, and the driving force behind his happiness as recently discussed with Sammy J on 774 ABC Melbourne. As we approach the end of the year, we also discuss his upcoming plans for 2024, get the lowdown on his ideal scientific gift from Santa.
Join us for an insightful and engaging conversation with Alan, as we wrap up the year and reflect on the great discussions we’ve have had with our Swinburne guests in 2023. We sincerely thank you all for taking the time to chat with us.
Thank you for listening and we’ll be back in 2024!
2023 Guest List
• Nancy Collins
• Christie Raby
• Prof. Narelle Lemon
• Nicola Howard
• Prof. Alan Duff
Science Communication Panel: Telling the Stories of the Universe
No full textA panel discussion featuring some of astrophysics’ most passionate science communicators. Whether you're dreaming of a career in STEM or just curious about how scientists connect with the world, this panel explores how we can share the wonder of the universe with everyone, from the classroom to TikTok.
This panel discussion took place on Tuesday 15th July 2025 at Swinburne's Advanced Manufacturing and Design Centre (AMDC), located at Hawthorn campus.
Panel Speakers Bios:
Dr Katie Mack
Dr Katherine (Katie) Mack holds the Hawking Chair in Cosmology and Science Communication at the Perimeter Institute for Theoretical Physics. Her research focuses on dark matter, the early universe, and the fate of the cosmos. A passionate science communicator, she’s the author of the acclaimed book The End of Everything (Astrophysically Speaking) and a regular contributor to Scientific American, Slate, BBC Science Focus, and Cosmos Magazine. Katie is also a recognisable voice in science communication online, with hundreds of thousands of followers across BlueSky, Instagram, and Facebook. Learn more about Katie's work: https://www.astrokatie.com/book
Rami Mandow
Radio Astronomer Rami Mandow (he/him) is a third-year PhD candidate / pulsar astronomer with Macquarie University & Australia’s national science agency, CSIRO – working as part of the Parkes Pulsar Timing Array project. As part of his work, Rami uses Australia’s iconic Parkes radio telescope (Murriyang) to study these exotic objects known as pulsars, looking into their ongoing stability in his research work. Rami is also an established science communicator, heading up one of Australia’s most well-known space and astronomy community news platforms – SpaceAustralia.com
Dr Sara Webb
Dr Sara Webb is an astrophysicist and science communicator whose research explores the universe’s most energetic and explosive events. For her work she was recognised on the Forbes 30 Under 30 Asia list. She is one of Australia's leading science communicators, with over 300 TV, radio and media interviews worldwide, and is Swinburne's most read author for The Conversation. Sara leads programs like the Swinburne Youth Space Innovation Challenge and is passionate about inspiring the curiosity of the next generation of scientists. She has a combined following of over 45,000 across her social media platforms. Learn more about Sara's work: https://www.sarawebbscience.com/
Dr Kirsten Banks
Dr Kirsten Banks is an astrophysicist, proud Wiradjuri woman, and one of Australia’s most dynamic science communicators. She combines modern astrophysics with Indigenous astronomy, offering a unique perspective that blends cultural knowledge with scientific insight. Known for her charismatic media presence and engaging style, Kirsten has amassed over 500,000+ followers across TikTok, Instagram, and other platforms—bringing the cosmos to life for audiences of all ages through short-form videos, interviews, and public talks. Learn more about Kirsten's work: https://astrokirsten.com.au/
MC: Professor Alan Duffy
Professor Alan Duffy is a leading astrophysicist, science communicator, and entrepreneur. As PVC of Flagship Initiatives at Swinburne, he connects science with society through ambitious, cross-disciplinary projects. With more than 300 TV appearances and 440 radio interviews, Alan is one of Australia’s most recognisable scientists. He is known for turning complex space concepts into captivating stories, whether through TEDx talks, panel discussions, or national broadcasts. Learn more about Alan's work: https://www.alanrduffy.com
The mDetect team, 2020
No full textThe mDetect team (left to right) Dr Jerome Donovan, Craig Webster, Professor Alan Duffy, Dr Eryadi Masli and Shanti Krishnan.
Innovative start-up mDetect has developed a new technology platform that uses particles from space – called muons – to ‘see the unseeable’, visualising underground conditions for mining and construction companies.
Co-founded by renowned astrophysicist Professor Alan Duffy, mDetect is a spin-out company from Swinburne. It is based on Professor Duffy’s research team’s efforts into measuring subsurface rock structures using muons.
Photograph appeared in Media Centre Release 'mDetect spins-out from Swinburne: taking deep tech to new depths' on Monday 14 September 2020
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